Medical Assistant - Head and Neck Cancer
About The Position
The Medical Assistant works in Cleveland Clinic's Head and Neck Surgery department at the Main Campus, supporting screenings and treatments by collecting and updating patient health information, identifying medication changes, updating allergy information, collecting specimens, performing tests, and documenting care. The role also involves monitoring and communicating changes in patient condition, maintaining equipment and supplies, and keeping examination areas ready for patient care. Administrative duties include filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, with no weekends required.
Requirements
- Graduate from an approved medical assisting program, or have military training as a hospital Corpsman (HM), Combat Medic (68W), or Medical Service Technician (4N0X1).
- Hold Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross, or obtain it during the new-hire period.
- Complete a clinical externship or have extensive clinical experience.
Nice To Haves
- Medical Assisting certification.
- Successful completion of a Cleveland Clinic externship.
Responsibilities
- Assist with screenings and treatments by gathering and updating health maintenance information.
- Identify medication changes and update allergy information.
- Collect specimens, perform tests, and document patient care.
- Monitor and communicate changes in patient condition.
- Maintain equipment, medical supplies, and examination areas.
- Perform administrative and clerical duties, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
